Jai Ganesh Jai Ganesh Deva
The beloved aarti of Vighnaharta Lord Ganesha, sung at the start of every Hindu ceremony to invoke His blessings.
About Jai Ganesh Jai Ganesh Deva
Jai Ganesh Jai Ganesh Deva is the principal aarti sung in worship of Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. He is revered as Vighnaharta — the remover of obstacles — and is invoked at the beginning of every auspicious undertaking.
This aarti praises Ganesha's unique form: His large belly, the mouse as His vehicle, and His parents Shiva and Parvati. It recounts the mythological episode of Ganesha circumambulating His parents as an act of devotion, showing that parents represent the entire universe for a child.
Chanting this aarti on Ganesh Chaturthi or on any Wednesday — a day sacred to Ganesha — is believed to clear all hurdles from one's path, bestow wisdom, and ensure success in new ventures.
Best Time to Perform
Before any auspicious work, morning worship
Occasion
Ganesh Chaturthi
Aarti Lyrics
Lyrics (Devanagari)
जय गणेश जय गणेश देवा। माता जाकी पार्वती, पिता महादेवा॥ एकदन्त दयावन्त, चार भुजाधारी। माथे सिन्दूर सोहे, मूसे की सवारी॥
Transliteration
Jai Ganesh jai Ganesh deva. Mata jaki Parvati, pita Mahadeva. Ekdant dayavant, char bhujaadhari. Mathe sindoor sohe, muse ki savari.
Meaning
Glory to Ganesha, glory to the divine Ganesha. Whose mother is Parvati and father is Mahadeva (Shiva). He is single-tusked, compassionate, and bears four arms. Vermilion adorns His forehead and the mouse is His vehicle.
Lyrics (Devanagari)
पान चढ़े फल चढ़े, और चढ़े मेवा। लड्डुअन का भोग लगे, सन्त करें सेवा॥
Transliteration
Pan chadhe phal chadhe, aur chadhe meva. Ladduan ka bhog lage, sant kare seva.
Meaning
Betel leaf, fruits, and dry fruits are offered to Him. Sweets and laddus are presented as offerings, and saints serve Him with devotion.
Lyrics (Devanagari)
अंधन को आँख देत, कोढ़िन को काया। बाँझन को पुत्र देत, निर्धन को माया॥
Transliteration
Andhan ko aankh det, kodhin ko kaya. Banjhan ko putra det, nirdhan ko maya.
Meaning
He gives sight to the blind, a healthy body to the afflicted. He grants a son to the childless and wealth to the poor.
Lyrics (Devanagari)
हाथ लिए गुड़धानी, मन में जो धारी। महिमा तेरी भारी, देव गणेश हमारे॥
Transliteration
Hath liye guddhani, man mein jo dhari. Mahima teri bhari, dev Ganesh hamare.
Meaning
Holding sweet jaggery in His hands, keeping us in His heart — Your glory is immense, O our Lord Ganesha.
Lyrics (Devanagari)
सूर्य अस्त होते समय, दीपक जो जलावे। जय गणेश जय गणेश, देवा फल पावे॥
Transliteration
Surya ast hote samay, deepak jo jalave. Jai Ganesh jai Ganesh, deva phal pave.
Meaning
One who lights a lamp at sunset and chants 'Jai Ganesh Jai Ganesh Deva' shall receive the fruits of their devotion.
Spiritual Benefits
- ✓Removes obstacles from all endeavors when sung before beginning new work
- ✓Bestows intelligence, wisdom, and clarity of thought
- ✓Grants blessings of prosperity and material comfort
- ✓Helps devotees overcome fear and find courage
- ✓Particularly powerful on Ganesh Chaturthi for fulfilling wishes